2016 Student Prospectus Academy of Sound Engineering CPT

157 Pages·2017·4.5 MB·English

by  Tarryn Zank

Student Prospectus
version 17.1
Academy of Sound Engineering (Pty) Ltd. [registration] 1997/008334/07 [VAT] 4760197717 [directors] Cristo Hattingh, George Hattingh, Michelle van der Merwe,
Nick Matzukis, Timothy Kraft (MD)
Academy of Sound Engineering (PTY) Ltd is registered as a private higher education institution in terms of section 54(1)(c) of the Higher Education Act, 1997 (Act No.
101 of 1997) and Regulation 16(4)(a) of the Regulations for the Registration of Private Higher Education Institutions, 2002, to offer its registered programmes at the
following sites of delivery: A. Johannesburg; B. Cape Town.  Academy of Sound Engineering (Pty) Ltd is registered to offer the following programmes: (1) Higher
Certificate in Audio Technology (A, B)  (2) Higher Certificate in Television and Screen Media (A)  (3) Diploma in Sound Engineering (A)  (4) Diploma in Audio Technology
(A, B)  (5) Diploma in Television and Screen Media (A)  (6) Bachelor of Science in Sound Engineering Technology (A, B)
Registration certificate No.2009/HE07/011
The Academy of Sound Engineering (Pty) Ltd. Student
prospectus is published annually. It provides detailed
information about the institution and its programmes.
The onus is on students to familiarise themselves with the
information, rules, regulations, procedures and
instructions pertaining to studying at Academy of Sound
Engineering.
Contents
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About Academy of Sound Engineering ................9
Mission Statement. .............................................10
History .............................................................10
Management .....................................................11
Staff ................................................................12
Academic Staff ..........................................................12
Administration And Support Staff .................................14
Department Email ..............................................14
Accreditation and Registration Status ....................16
Programmes. .....................................................17
Modes of Instruction ...........................................19
Language Policy .................................................20
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Admission, Fees, Procedures & Requirements ...21
Academic Calendar 2017 .....................................22
General Admission Requirements ..........................23
Admission Policies and Procedures ........................27
Consultation Selection Interview ..................................27
Admission Registration ...............................................27
Closing Dates For Admission. .......................................27
Admission Documentation ...........................................28
International Students ................................................28
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Minors ......................................................................28
Period Of Validity Of Registration ..................................29
Preceding Levels Prerequisite ......................................29
Progression To Second Year .........................................29
Progression To Third Year ............................................29
Module Or Programme Changes ...................................29
Application Of Old And New Regulations ........................30
Additional Subjects For Another Certificate, Diploma Or Degree .........30
Restriction On Choice Of Modules .................................30
Application For Multiple Electives ..................................30
Cancellation Of Credits ...............................................31
Re-Admission Prerequisite ...........................................31
Payment of Fees ................................................31
Cancellation Or Withdrawal .........................................31
External Institute Fees ................................................31
Student Financial Aid. .................................................32
Late Or Non-Payment Of Fees ......................................32
Course Material, Textbooks & Kit Fees. ..........................33
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General Rules & Regulations ..............................34
Student Due Performance Requirements .................34
Minimum Learning Unit Requirements ...........................34
Attendance Of Classes ................................................35
Attendance And Completion Of Assessments .................35
Students Access Cards ........................................35
House Rules - Cape Town Branch ..........................36
General Rules, Regulations and Guidelines ..............36
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Alcohol .....................................................................36
Cell Phones ...............................................................37
Drugs .......................................................................37
Emergency Procedures ...............................................37
Gambling ..................................................................37
Grievances ................................................................37
Health Issues ............................................................38
It Computer Systems .................................................38
Use Of Online Library .................................................38
Notice Boards ............................................................38
Sms Notification System .............................................38
Student (@Asestudent.Co.Za) E-Mail ............................39
Personal Appearance ..................................................39
Personal Property ......................................................39
Plagiarism .................................................................39
Printing And Photocopying ..........................................40
Parking .....................................................................40
Punctuality ................................................................40
Safety ......................................................................40
Security ...................................................................40
Sexual Harassment ...................................................41
Smoking Policy ..........................................................41
Use Of Internet .........................................................41
Use Of Computer Software ..........................................41
Use Of Equipment And Facilities ...................................41
Visitors/Guests ..........................................................42
Weather-Related And Emergency-Related Closings .........42
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Workplace Experience and Projects ...................43
Student Career Portfolio of Evidence .....................43
Practical/Workplace Experience ............................44
Facilities Booking Procedure .................................45
Introduction ..............................................................45
Booking Procedure .....................................................45
The Facility/Studio Rules .............................................46
Discipline Code ..........................................................46
Bringing In Outside Artists For Your Recording ...............47
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Student Support Services ...................................48
Pre-Registration Consultation Service ...........................48
Student Liaison Office. ................................................49
Mentorship Programme ...............................................49
Support Staff ............................................................49
Resource Centre ........................................................50
Student Leadership Council .........................................51
Access To Campus .....................................................51
Students With Special Needs .......................................51
Amanuensis ..............................................................52
Student Flash Drive. ...................................................52
Learning Management System (Lms) ............................53
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Google Apps For Education ..........................................53
Student Emergencies On Campus (Cape Town Premises) .54
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Student Conduct and Discipline . ........................55
Code of Conduct ................................................55
Misconduct .......................................................57
Disciplinary Procedures .......................................58
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General Assessment Rules and Regulations .......60
General Assessment Requirements ........................60
General Pass Requirements ..................................61
General Rewrite Requirements. .............................63
Extra Time For Examination(S) ....................................64
Request For Re-Mark ..................................................64
Moderation Of Assessment Scripts ................................64
Appeals Procedures ....................................................65
Illness Or Other Absence From Assessments. .................66
Failure As A Result Of Absence From Assessment ...........66
Requirements for Assessment Admission ................67
Satisfactory Participation ............................................67
Disqualification From Assessment ................................67
Student Assessment Session Rules ........................68
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Results. ............................................................70
Release Of Final Results ..............................................70
Collection Of Final Results ...........................................70
Queries On Results Transcripts .....................................71
Appeals Procedure .....................................................71
How to Calculate your Weightings .........................72
Example 1: Theory Module ..........................................72
Example 2: Practical Module ........................................73
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Higher Certificate in Audio Technology ..............74
Programme Structure .........................................75
Access/Progression Requirements .........................76
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Three-year Diploma in Audio Technology ...........77
Programme Structure .........................................78
Access/Progression Requirements .........................83
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Bachelor Degree of Science in Sound Engineering
Technology ........................................................85
Programme Structure .........................................86
Access/Progression Requirements .........................90
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Articulation between Programmes .....................92
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Individual Learning Units ..................................94
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Pro Tools Content ............................................129
Avid Pro Tools Exam Policy ........................................130
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Student Documentation and Forms ..................134
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Enrolment Contract - Blank Copy .....................138
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Documents on Policies and Procedures ............143
Cape Town Library. ...................................................145
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Academic Calendars .........................................146
Disclaimer .......................................................150
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